Forward planning a holiday is the best way to mentally escape the winter blues and transport your mind to somewhere with an opposite aura to the UK. Somewhere warmer, where the air smells and feels different, there’s a nearby beach, and you can drink, swim and relax and/or have fun all day every day. The beauty of a beach holiday is not just the arriving, it’s the planning and looking forward to it part. The build-up to travelling to the airport, scouring duty-free perfumes and rum, the excitement of boarding the plane (especially with little ones). On landing, the heat that hits you on your immediate exit from the plane,…

The United States of America might be a single country but as anyone who lives there, or has visited will attest, each of the 50 states it is made up of has its own uniqueness too. The size of the USA means that there isn’t a single culture here – but 50, each with its own traditions, ideas and accent. So, when you are planning a holiday in the USA, just remember – there is a lot to see and do if you are to truly visit the whole country! Weather and Climate Given that the USA spans almost an entire continent, you won’t be surprised that there is plenty…

In most areas in the UK, a lot of children and their parents have already started to count the days until the school opens its door again. At the same time, many adults – with or without children — are also looking sadly through the window: their holiday is over, and it’s time to go back to work. Needless to say, the back-to-work feeling can lack excitement and happiness. For many, going back to the office after the summer vacation marks the beginning of seasonal mood issues – also known as the SAD syndrome. Ah, stress and rainy days, for that‘s what awaits you, are already showing their ugly faces…

If you are looking to add more space to your home and increase its value, you might have been thinking about getting a conservatory installed. With so many people looking for additional indoor and outdoor living spaces, and natural light, you can add value to your home if you choose to connect your indoors with your outdoors by adding a conservatory to enjoy your garden in the winter or set up your office. Below you will find a list of things you should consider when getting started with the project. Glass and Insulation The first thing you need to consider is that you will have to insulate the room to…

So, you’ve decided to take advantage of some free time, and booked a last minute holiday (lucky you). It’s time to ensure you’ve grabbed some essentials so that the only thing you’re spending cash on is cocktails, sightseeing, and all the good stuff that comes with a trip. Nobody wants to be rooting through what’s available from the hotel lobby’s limited kaftan store when they are suffering from jet lag. Creating a capsule wardrobe for your holiday, which will see you through any situation, is your best plan of action (even if your plans include just sipping cocktails in the sun). The following are some ideas, inspiration, and advice on…

This summer has been absolutely incredible in the UK! Not only did England reach the semi-final of the World Cup which put everyone in high spirits, but we also experienced an amazing month long heatwave where the rain was put on hold and temperatures soared! Most would agree, it’s the best summer we’ve had in quite some time, and so why not make the absolute most of the time we have left? Before we know it the nights will be drawing in again and the days will be cooler and shorter, and as nice and cosy as the autumn is, you don’t want to look back and regret wasting the…

Even if it seems like the impossible dream right now, it is possible to fund your travel plans in a whole host of interesting ways. All you need to do is make sure that you think creatively and explore all of the options out there. To help you do exactly that, we’ve compiled a range of ideas that’ll help you to make and save money, allowing you to fund all of your travel plans. Read on to find out more about them. Teach English If English is your first language, there’s nothing stopping you from teaching children or adults English in your free time. It’s a good way to make…

To be able to own a holiday cottage is such a privilege, but you’re not going to be using it all year around. You’re going to be in your own home most of the time, only heading to the cottage when the weather and your vacation entitlement allow you to. So, you need to be able to let out your cottage through the year and have an income. For those of you who absolutely adore interior design, you can whet your colourful appetite on your holiday cottage and make it the beautiful retreat that you’ve always hoped that it could be. One of the most important things about a holiday…

Spain is one of the most interesting countries on earth. It is a country with a rich history, a vibrant culture, beautiful weather, and incredible beaches— considering all of this, it’s no surprise that the country is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. One of the wonders of Spain is that, even if you have visited before, there’s always something new to see should you return. There’s something for every kind of traveller in this incredible country, and endeavouring to explore all the sights on offer is a worthy quest. The only potential downside is that there are so many wonderful things to do, see, and…